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In 2018, Apple introduced 3 versions of iPhone including iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR, with the latter being the more affordable option that garnered more attention.
As a new strategy in today's smartphone market, iPhone XR brings users a choice of a modern iPhone with powerful configuration and top-notch features. However, after 2 months since its release, iPhone XR is struggling with low demand due to consumer preferences. Consequently, its price has dropped to a level equivalent to iPhone 8 Plus – around 19 million VND.
This leaves many users undecided on whether to buy iPhone XR or iPhone 8 Plus for better performance. And one of the things causing this dilemma is the processing power of these two smartphones.
Which one is stronger: iPhone XR or iPhone 8 Plus?
To answer this question, let's examine the performance comparison chart of various renowned performance measurement tools in today's market:
iPhone XR stands out for its affordable price yet equipped with Apple's most powerful A12 chip, resulting in better processing performance than the A11 chip in the iPhone 8. Additionally, the iPhone XR boasts superior RAM capacity compared to the iPhone 8 Plus – with the highest variant at 256GB, whereas the iPhone 8 Plus maxes out at 128GB.
Moreover, the iPhone XR features a trendier design compared to the iPhone 8 Plus, all while maintaining a relatively affordable price.
The iPhone XR is also equipped with a 2942 mAh battery, larger than the 2675 mAh battery in the iPhone 8 Plus. Combined with the energy-saving capabilities of the new processor, the iPhone XR offers excellent battery life, with video playback time (in airplane mode) reaching up to 19 hours and 53 minutes, whereas the iPhone 8 Plus only manages 13 hours and 45 minutes.
